The digital economy, as far as South Africa is concerned, has experienced a somewhat dramatic change over the last ten years. Truthfully, this is because of the way people are moving their money online. Second screens, also known as smartphones all around the world, and the internet are slowly but surely becoming a part of […]

High electricity costs are a barrier to Africa’s competitiveness

As one of Africa’s most industrialised and connected economies, the country is in a unique position to lead by example by building a tech ecosystem that benefits everyone

Automation is freeing people to focus on areas that truly require human intelligence in the form of creativity, innovation, empathy and problem-solving

Optasia is targeting new markets in India, Indonesia, and the Philippines as it aims to secure a billion customers worldwide

Labour federations said the digital economy could lead to further marginalisation of workers and called for platform accountability and job protection

The economy is expected to create a jobs boom if the country can fix its electricity grid and meet the increasing demand for local copper beneficiation

In many cases, the digital economy presents a perceived lifeline for families who are struggling to make ends meet